Committee requires a structured abstract which includes the following segments:
Objective
Begin with a clear, concise statement of the precise objective or question presented in the study.
Methods
Indicate the measurement(s) of primary study outcome which has been planned before data collection begins. If the manuscript does not report the main planned-outcomes of a study, this fact should be stated and the reason should be indicated. State clearly whether the hypothesis, which was being tested, was formulated during or after data collection. Explain some outcomes or measurements which might be unfamiliar to the general medical readership.
Results
Describe the methods of assessing patients and state the key results; this section must include data, even if preliminary.
Conclusion
Objective
Begin with a clear, concise statement of the precise objective or question presented in the study.
Methods
Indicate the measurement(s) of primary study outcome which has been planned before data collection begins. If the manuscript does not report the main planned-outcomes of a study, this fact should be stated and the reason should be indicated. State clearly whether the hypothesis, which was being tested, was formulated during or after data collection. Explain some outcomes or measurements which might be unfamiliar to the general medical readership.
Results
Describe the methods of assessing patients and state the key results; this section must include data, even if preliminary.
Conclusion
State clearly the conclusions and clinical applications that are supported by the data. Advice, if additional study is required before this information, should be used in clinical settings.
